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Will in Scarlet
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This reimagining of the Robin Hood legend tells the story of the young boy behind the bandit hero's rise to fame.
Will Shackley is the son of a lord, and though just thirteen, he’s led a charmed, protected life and is the heir to Shackley House, while his father is away on the Third Crusade with King Richard the Lionheart.
But with King Richard’s absence, the winds of treason are blowing across England, and soon Shackley House becomes caught up in a dangerous power struggle that drives Will out of the only home he’s ever known. Alone, he flees into the dangerous Sherwood Forest, where he joins an elusive gang of bandits readers will immediately recognize.
How Will helps a drunkard named Rob become one of the most feared and revered criminals in history is a swashbuckling ride perfect for anyone who loves heroes, villains, and adventure.
Will Shackley is the son of a lord, and though just thirteen, he’s led a charmed, protected life and is the heir to Shackley House, while his father is away on the Third Crusade with King Richard the Lionheart.
But with King Richard’s absence, the winds of treason are blowing across England, and soon Shackley House becomes caught up in a dangerous power struggle that drives Will out of the only home he’s ever known. Alone, he flees into the dangerous Sherwood Forest, where he joins an elusive gang of bandits readers will immediately recognize.
How Will helps a drunkard named Rob become one of the most feared and revered criminals in history is a swashbuckling ride perfect for anyone who loves heroes, villains, and adventure.
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“I LOVED this book! It is a great re-telling of Robin Hood from the perspective of his right hand man, Will Scarlet. Though in this version, Will is a teen. It has everything you would want in a swashbuckling tale and it appeals to both boys and girls.
Found in L4M OT Volume 29.”
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“Thank you for the egalley to read and give an honest review.
GIVE ME ALL THE RETELLINGS. I just love them. So of course reading this summary I had to grab this one and see what it was all about. I love that it's a middle grade, as well. I haven't seen many retellings for this age group.
First, the setting. It's fun and epic. The author layers the world with many historical nuances to make it so the story truly feels like you're in the time of Robin Hood. Fight scenes, swashbuckling, robbery, and even a bit of romance round the story out well.
Will is a loveable character with flaws (as any 13 year old would be). He is believable and shows a good amount of growth and maturing during the story.
I love that the author still incorporates all the characters we know well from the original Robin Hood story: Merry Men, the sheriff, and Robin's (Will's) trusty side kick!
Like the classic, this story brings in political and social rebellion along with social reform.
Enjoyed!”
Maddie L
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“Read in Middle School, this book Fueled my Robin Hood obsession.”
About Matthew Cody
MATTHEW CODY is the author of The Dead Gentleman, Powerless, Super, and the upcoming Villainous. Originally from the midwest, he now lives in New York City with his wife and young son. Besides novels, Matt has written for both DC Comics and Marvel, and is a regular moderator at the Thalia Book Club camp at Symphony Space.
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